How To Plan a Project Car. All the Things you Might Not Know!
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Project Cars are hard work, Especially when you decide to do an engine swap.
Theres not always a "bolt in kit" available and sometimes its hard to know where to start.
Al's done more engine swaps than the average Joe so today on The Skid Factory he's sharing some tips on how to plan your project and things you need to consider.
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It goes without saying that you always need a budget when it comes to a project car, pick a number and times it by 5 and you'll still end up needing more money. Got anything else you want to add? let us know in the comments!
But also don't let dreams be dreams. Your budget won't necessarily stop you from building what you want... it will just take a while longer. If you're committed to your vision and strict on your budgeting, you can make it happen. People can build elite cars on $100 a week 👌🏻
Idk if it's useful, but about oil pans, if you really want to fit something where it was never meant to be and you got the money, a dry sump setup could be the best way to go as long as you can buy it for the engine you want to use
Spend more upfront to get a better base instead of buying the cheapest nugget and spending much much more later
Keep the car running and on the road as long as possible, then once you've got all the parts and money for labour ready to go, take it apart.
My project goal is to keep the car off the road and on jackstands for the shortest amount of time possible.
Great vid Al..Been planning a build for 2 years now...The most important thing is research, on parts, systems, methods, tools, and skills. As a Mechanical Engineer at 52 years of age, I still learn every day. Oh, and the build is almost ready to start this year.
Guys like Al making important statements about mental health is the change we needed in society. One of many changes. Shout out to the Skid Factory and Mighty Car Mods for using their platform to broadcast the message.
Any part of your body can get sick, including the mind.
Too right!
Lets just take a minute to appreciate how damn professional Al has become in front of the camera and how good the videography is ! Not only that but the support of mental health talked about by someone many of us can relate to and respect = )
That mental health spiel hit me like a turbocharged forklift.
Same here, the man speaks the truth with zero bullshit. I was just watching this episode in the background while doing some work and my ears pricked up when I heard the point about projects being hard on your mental health. And comparing it to having a baby to heal a broken relationship is 100% accurate. Good on ya Al 👏 👌
Your PSA on mental health there Al was absolutely spot on mate, what a legend doin it for the blokes! I owe you a lemon squash or two one day champ!
Yea great video overall, really appreciate that at the end. Legend.
Absolute champion of a man for that comment, you can never be too tough to seek help or improve your mental well being.
100% on project cars not helping with mental health! Life can be hard, projects are too. Thanks Al!
Mental health...what’s that?
I disagree. my car saved my life, but there are always more factors than just the car
@@willrogers5713 I believe you have inherent mental strength. It's a tough call, but not everyone has enough of it to take a project on, but then again some might surprise themselves.
Probably the first time I hear people really emphasize that part of a project. Most people (myself included) learn this the hard way.
Yeh thanks Al for mentioning that part. Too many blokes go it alone on that front.
6 months tobacco free- 2 months Alcohol free-1 month weed free. Finally feeling better :) Building cars is nice, But building yourself up from the ashes is even better. Good on ya AL
All the best on your journey mate. You can do it!
Well done old son.
Power to you mate. Keep it up.
Reverse phoenix, they brought me back 🤣
Good onya, king. Cheering you from the other-side of the internet.
I can't thank you enough for using your channel to raise awareness of mental health issues. Well done guys!
19:36 No truer words have been spoken. 💖
This is why we love him.. so wise
Don't forget that the first 90% of the project takes 90% of the time and the last 10% takes 90% of the time.
??????????🤔🤔🤔🤔
@@lachlanwoods3940 The little bits towards the end of a project always seem to take much more time than expected.
Very true but 90% and 90% make 180%, this is too much percent! 😂😂
@@lachlanwoods3940 not really, if you plan how long your project should take, multiply by 180% for a more likely timeframe.
I’m in the final stages of a full XD rebuild and your almost correct, I might have said 180x the timeline planned? 😂 especially if the people before you had no fuckin idea what they were doing as in my case!!! 🙄🙄🙄
Look after your mates.
Many hands can make light work and company is always helpful.
Keep your workspace clean and dry, take the time to put things away when you're done so they're ready the next time.
Make the effort to do a job right so you only do it once, even if it tries your patience.
Read the directions even if you don't follow them.Document the things you do, so you can remember how things go together and have something to look back on.
Even for little jobs wear the PPE; gloves, glasses, ear protection.
Hydration is key.
Wear sunscreen.
Amen to that, the work area is as important to the project as any other tool you need to do the job.
thats what he has woody for
"Read the directions even if you don't follow them."
I'm stealing this, thanks.
I think your Angleometer is broken...it didnt make the noise lol
Put the kettle on and wait for iiiit.... 👌
Spot on with the note about mental health. Doing a project because you think it'll keep you from going off the deep end is just building a longer plank for you to walk off. Onya Al!
Feeling like a failure because you couldn't follow through on "the dream that was going to save you" might even be the final push...
Things that require keen attention to detail, vast amounts of research, constant skill acquisition, constant focus and money are exercises best left to people who are so on top of their life that they need challenges to feel alive.
Getting your ducks in a row is much more about cutting things out, regrouping, downsizing, learning to say no, learning to ask for help, and stop comparing to others.
Make the section about project cars and mental health into a "skid factory snippets" or something so it can be shared on Facebook, the Master Turbo Yoda has wise words for very young apprentice'
Honestly this has got to be one of the best videos you guys have ever put out. Outstanding.
By far my favorite skid factory episode. Well executed and super relatable. Well done lads
I was about to comment the same thing, 100% my favourite ep yet.
One of the reasons I like this channel so much.
Well summed up. 'Use your brain' ;)
You can hear the passion in Al's voice when he talks about what he loves , its awesome 👌👌
Mental health PSA for the ages. Thank you, most appreciated! 🙏💪
Oooh al you’re getting so good at talking on camera now! That was mint! You’re a media professional now
Although there was no work done, that's still by far one of the best episodes! Cheers
Last 3 minute was the best advice I’ve ever heard !!!! Well done mate :)>>>
i've literally never commented on a youtube video before but 11/10 for talking about mental health and project cars.
Great tips! Love the video!
My one thing to add -- it may sound obvious but don't turn your only daily driver (one that you rely on) in to a project car. You might be left in a bind without a car.
So true! I'm no longer 18, single, and within walking distance to work if something goes badly.
Amen. Never turn something into a project without an alternative mode of transport 🤣
Agreed. Ive done it twice. Finally bought a daily vehicle and have never looked back
I feel personally attacked
When Turbo Yoda talks you just sit down and listen! Great video as always and VERY informative! 😎
Cant wait to see what happens with the Z32. It’s a welcome sight to see such a major channel give the Z32 chassis some screen time.
💯 looking forward to it too!
I want to make a side note about your comment about mental health Al:
If you are already in a bad place mentally, starting a project can for some people help to get out of that place.
It helped me several times. Because it can help rebuilding confidence in yourself and feeling less worthless.
But....
1 rule is very important: Only take a project that you just can set aside when you need a break and don't have a deadline for and doesn't matter when you finish it or how well it is put together.
In that way, it is a distraction which teaches you things about yourself in the long run and therefore helps to cure at least some of the mental health problems.
Most of these types of projects will offer themselves when you are ready for it.
If you have a deadline or can't set a project aside for some reason, that is what's causing stress and takes you further down the spiral.
Those projects should not be started if you are in a bad place mentally.
Also smaller projects like maybe just getting an old car running or doing small upgrades or swapping in a better/working version of the same engine is probably a better suited task than custom drivetrain swaps and custom wiring for everything and fabricating everything yourself. Realistic goals that can be achieved can also help boost your confidence in a more steady progression than very long term project that has a huge payoff but may wear you out over time.
I'm elbow deep into restoring an old caddilac for that very reason.
Cars that need a little bit of love in lots of small areas are great for this. Everything you do makes it better, and making a car that's sat for four years come back to life is a good way not to feel useless. It's just important to be in a good enough spot that you don't fall apart when things don't work, otherwise the car becomes an issue.
Wise words right there.
Would add a couple of points to consider along the journey.
Decide what you want the vehicle to do when you're done. Setup and configuration will vary widely depending on what you are looking to achieve.
Have plenty of working and storage space available for the entire duration of the build. Nothing worse than having to relocate everything mid build. You'll lose bits and lose track of progress.
Probably the best project car video on RUclips. Everyone should watch before starting a project.
That was outstanding Al. One of those videos where it just feels like a conversation with a mate who happens to be a trusted mentor and who is genuinely interested in your wellbeing. TSF is a national treasure. Thanks fellas.
True words.. your mental health can be the project instead of a project car, and it will be much more rewarding.
Thanks for being so real Al!
Al says take your time, have patience, don't rush it, but after 9 years of me owning my project, its not patience or taking my time but severe procrastination 😂😂
You too. Mines only at 8 years though 🙃🥴
You speak the truth friend 😔
Procrastination often stems from some underlying issue like feeling uneasy about certain choices or not having a method of getting a particular job done in an efficient manner.... So try and get your ducks in a row and come up with a good plan of attack. Just going out there to grab a spanner and "just go at it when you get to it" is, at least for me, the most certain way of getting said spanner thrown in the works.
Hi, I'm Tim. I'm a procrastinator
As Derek from vice grip garage says "Headers cause more fires then jealous wives" don't neglect your family, I do remember "Dad's in the shed" a lot when I was a kid.
All excellent advice. I'm just finishing up a "1 month, $1000" engine swap project. I'm into it about 4 months and $3000.
I'm surprised you've been able to restrain your self that far even 🤣
@@TorqHub I guess we'll see if this weekend's work goes as planned.
Didnt expect the mental health plug. Just waoh. Thanks for giving us men the little pep talk about taking on a project car...
It's very much appreciated
That rough head has an invaluable amount of knowledge in it!
The mental health statement was a blast of reality and much appreciated Al and Woody. Thank you.
Your ending comment about mental health and to be in a good place BEFORE you start is spot on!
Long story short, a friend ended his project with anger, frustration, and a sledgehammer. He lost big money in a rage with a sledge. If he had stayed calm, spent a few more hours, and about 40-50$ everything would've been fine.
Take breaks. Take days or weeks away if need be. A clear head has a productive brain.
Unfortunately we all know too well that mental health hits close to home for you Al. Thank you so much for taking it seriously and reminding us all to take care of ourselves.
Wise words from a wise man. From the project to mental health. Look after no.#1 so you can enjoy. Thanks Al
The most important thing said, watching out for your mental health. Well done.
This is why I love watching TSF, BCW, Zeroto60, MCM, BOM etc... I'd never be patient, skilled or wealthy enough to tackle difficult jobs, least of all engine swaps. But I can enjoy watching it from people who know what they're doing
Never forget to always measure once. As AVE said "Damn! I cut it twice and it's still too short!"
Scookum as frig
Seriously, who gives this video a thumbs down?! All great info from someone who's been there and done it more than once!
Words of a wise man that has done it and learned many lessons, probably a few the hard the way, always enjoy your channel.
Holy crap the man is good at talking to camera these days. Loved the bit at the end. Very true. Right in the feels. Great work
Alan, the last 2 minutes of the video were so good, thanks for being a grown up and bringing the mental health topic up, cars can be great and cruel in the same heartbeat, if your comments help one person than you’ve done good, enjoy your lemon squash.
Seriously Al you need to write a book mate with all that knowledge you have each and every episode...well done fellas another great vid.
This was the best TED talk I've seen ever
You have to think of a project car like a casino. Set a money amount that you are prepared to lose, and be ok with that and the consequences of that. Make sure your family is also ok with that money going bye bye. Project cars can put a lot of stress financially on a person as well as those around them.
Wise words to adhere too.
Whatever you build just Drive it nothing worse than a built car Sitting like an ornament. Luv the show
Hands down. The best Skid Factory episode to date. Plenty of car channels out there but few address the reality. My Brother has had a project on the go for 20 years, time, money and the only thing I did not hear mention was space, having space to do a project car has to be taken into account at the outset. This bunch of bolts and metal could be immovable for years...can you be? Great episode Al and Woody! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
As usual you two blokes have hit the nail square on the head when it comes to mental health. The only extra I would add is that a bit extra exercise will help with your mind and mean a hard day's work on the tools doesn't leave you worn out and not wanting to pick them up the next time. Keep spreading the word boys it's wonderful to hear.
You should get a Grammy, or at least a RUclips Grammy for this video. Woodsy! Get Al a Grammy!
Al. I can't even. Talking about mental health and the importance. I don't know what we did to deserve you. Good on you man.
Massive thanks to the skid factory crew for this episode. Al and woody have created more than a car channel here. They have created a space to pass on enormous wisdom and life experience way beyond the car scene. And they have done some great work promoting good mental health. Such good blokes! Love it boys.
I’ve got something to add. Having a couple of projects that have been stalled in one way or another (most always by some sort of life event), it’s been easy to lean toward discouragement with how long it is taking to get one or both projects completed.
You said it best, Al: “Rome wasn’t built in a day.”
I have to have the money and time to get any project completed. Getting bound up inside, because of a setback is no way to complete the task.
Thanks guys for posting this video. I’ll keep it saved for me to easily go back and remind myself with.
All of what you said at the start was great - what you said at the end, is really what matters. Mental health trumps EVERYTHING. Thanks mate.
Great advice, 20 year's ago I was in a bad place with mental health (overworked, FIFO, young family and a dream project ute in the shed). Something had to go, virtually gave my ute away, 100's of hour's of work and thousands spent on components. It was a good pressure relief (my skills are limited when it comes to the finer details).
Older now and almost in a position where I could commission a professional like Al to do a project for me. My family are all doing ok, so maybe time for an old dream to come true.
Thanks for the video.
Jesus I love this show. Don't think I'll ever do a project, but I'll never stop watching ✌️ and ❤️
I cannot recall another person on RUclips or elsewhere comment on the stress that can be associated with building a project car, well done Al for highlighting mental health. You want the damn thing to work, to look a certain way and if it does not, it can be a reflection of your abilities be detrimental to your sense of self worth
BEST TUTORIAL EVER
Alan, your wisdom and humbleness don't stop surprising me. Greetings from Brazil.
Mental health part was spot on, thanks Al
Love the mental health message at the end, quality work Al...❤️🙌🏾👏🏾
Love the that you mention mental health and the challenge that it is to deal with and that don't need any extra stress to push you over your limit and thinking a project will help distract you from your problems and you have nailed it by telling us to keep on the project at hand and that's our health. You blokes are legends and have good hearts keep up the great work and making blokes realise it's okay to not be okay.
Love it, true words, your mental health is a project as much, or more so than a project car... and it will be much more rewarding.
Thanks for being so real Al!
Excellent wrap-up, Al. A smaller project might yield more smiles per gallon/litre.
Love the nod to not letting a project car damage your mental health been there done that and it’s not good, you can’t think straight you think you’ll never get it to work and it’s not good, take your time and only do it when your ready
I went through all these steps when I built my car. I didn't know if what I wanted was possible, but taking my time, a few experiments and a little fabrication went along way. It was nostalgic hearing Al describe going through radiator catalogues, and all the rest. I swear I've been there.
Don't normally comment but I just thought I'd say the presentation here was excellent. Well done Al
That mental health spiel was straight from the heart. LIFE IS TOUGH no need to make it even tougher, one's mental health need's to come 1st.
❤️❤️❤️ I love the, “it’s not a fix for mental health!!!” We all, need to address the matter more!
You know in my nearly 60 years on this planet, to hear some sage words from a younger fella regarding mental health issues. Especially with taking on projects, priceless mate.
Life is too short and eternity can be a very long time to spend dead and burning in Hell. Take your own life and being in the torment and fires of hell "IS GUARANTEED" no ifs no buts no maybes.
Thank you Al and Woody for some clarity . Im so grateful you guys share your knowledge and expertise for us back yard builders.The skid factory and nugget garage is my go-to channels for informative automotive wisdom.And yes mental health is the most important and the cost of life goals can out way the budget for many of us.For myself going for a ride with my boys is better than working on the project build. Al. Thank you for talking about suicide with men you have a big heart
Excellent advise , your a champion Al as is Woody.
Mad props for bringing up mental health. Good on ya, guys
Incredible advice, especially at the end talking about mental health and taking on big projects.
19:19 - Best advice part of the video! Should be at the start!
You’re a very intelligent and entertaining bloke Al 🙏
What an absolute legend.
Best episode ever. Your comments on mental health and projects are wisdom beyond words.
Great honest insight. This should be mandatory viewing for anyone that wants to take on a project car.
What the title says: How to plan a project car
What my brain read: Search ebay for project car, buy parts, pray for fitment
Savage 😵😄
Absolutely solid advise from TSF.
Now I just need to pull finger and start that project 😅
100% agree with not starting a project to improve your mental health. I made that mistake and it has been horrible. Not only did I spend a ton of money, time and effort, but it still doesn't run a couple of years down the line and it yet another thing on my mind. Selling it is not an option as I will get a fraction of what its worth, finishing is not happening because I'm still not in the right place.
Make it a motivation to work on yourself, to be able to start on your project when you're doing better. It is easier when you have a clear goal to work towards, instead of giving yourself more stress while trying to work on your mental health.
The Skid Factory and MCM are legends for bringing this up in a very normal, very honest way, without any judgement or opinion. Just straight facts.
All great advice and logical.... Engaging an engineer very early in the build is vital.
Don't be in a rush! 4 years my build has taken... and the last 6 months ironing out the last little niggles is enough to drive me up the wall. But I see the finish line... just accepting that im literally crawling ever....so....slowly....
Particularly interested about the mental health segment.
Ive been using my car as a means to escape work after work. Wrenching has helped me tune in on one thing at a time and relieve stress. Its also the reason why my wife wont push me to sell it to buy a house, she see's how relaxed I am when I'm working on it and the excitement I get when I get to track it.
I guess my main thing though is that Ive always tackled smaller steps in order to complete a larger task which might be why Ive not stressed about it too much. I'll go down stairs for a bit, make some measurements or bolt something up and then I'll leave it.
Either way, great food for thought. Thanks for the vi lads.
That was good. You deserve a lemon squash!!!
You're a bloody legend Al!!!!!
One thing I have found to be way more insightful then I expected is to make a scale model car of the project in mind. I found it brings up so many questions that I hadn’t thought about and let’s you come up this solutions before the real deal.
Ohhh yea loving the z32.
I think a big one people miss is starting with the right chassis. Some people start with a less desirable version or lesser model to the car they actually want, and spend lots of money or more money than the original car they wanted or were trying to mimic is worth and end up chasing handling or performance that just isn't available in that platform.
Don't try build a SIR civic out of a accord wagon, or a try build an sti out of mom's old GC impreza fwd. Save a bit of money and start with a better platform
This is definately one of the best video's out there and i wish i had something like this 10+ years ago when starting on first projects. From the start have a set plan and idea dont chop and change from that and ALWAYS consult your engineer from the start and get a list of requirements. Planning out further in the beggining before just jumping in and stripping a running car is a must i wish i could take my years of mistakes and pass them on but this video covers it all... Emissions can be one of the frustrating parts and something easily overlooked plan it from the start where your placing a carbon canister, the PCV system, just put in a CAT in the exhaust your car doesnt sound worse or run worse with one...
Excellent advice. Taking care of yourself is super important.
My own advice would be to not take setbacks personally - stuff always happens, things break, parts don't fit, entropy is a thing, used parts are never as good as you expect. You'll get there eventually, and it'll probably make a good story next time you're work car friends.
Thank you for the wise words on mental health Al, it's good for me to hear that stuff from people I look up to and respect.
All the best from the UK.
Probably one of my favourite summaries. Cheers boys.
Well done Al, one of your best videos. The mental health issue is one we all should take more seriously. Well done guys!!
Great Video Al.
Go to shows, ask people how they did stuff because someone has probably already made a mistake you wont know is going to happen.
The car fraternity is a wonderful community, there will always be people willing to share knowledge and experiences.
Well done Al! I like the point you made about mental health, when i have seen other similar videos about planning projects, no one has mentioned mental health.